Illumin Grade sheet /100

Student Illumin grade sheet /150

Content: /60

_ The abstract provides a concise, accurate summary
_ The title captures the article’s content and tone.
_ The article has a clear focus and explicit thesis.
_ The article systematically addresses the topic.
_ The author provides enough background information.
_ The author provides adequate support for each claim.
_ The author uses vivid facts, clear analogies, and compelling quotations.
_ The author cites appropriate authorities and sources.
_ The author cites a wide range of sources (journal, book, etc)
_ The author cites at least 7 sources (including 3 non-internet)
_ The article includes illustrations that add clarity, focus, and appeal.
_ The article tells a compelling story about engineering in daily life.
_ Does the article satisfy the reader’s curiosity?

Structure: /60

_ The article identifies a target audience
_ The article includes a compelling introduction.
_ The article ends on a strong, logical note.
_ The author frames the topic in a cogent manner.
_ The article contains at least 3 main points.
_ The author provides sufficient evidence to support each point.
_ The author goes from old information to new facts.
_ The author uses both primary and secondary sources.
_ The author writes coherent and logical paragraphs.
_ The author supports and develops a lucid argument.
_ The author effectively uses subheadings.
_ Does the article convey information in a systematic manner?

Style: jkl /30

_ Tone and style compel the reader’s attention
_ Tone and style match the target audience’s expectation
_ Strong vocabulary
_ Range of sentence structures
_ Includes clear definitions
_ Contains concise, clear sentences
_ “works” for both specialist and non-specialist audiences
_ flows smoothly
_ features dynamic language

Good mistakes:

_ Inappropriate/inaccurate title
_ Inadequate background and context
_ Superficial treatment
_ Logical flaws
_ omission of relevant facts
_ Dated sources.
_ Not enough sources
_ inappropriate sources
_ Weak intro
_ Weak conclusion
_ Weak body
_ awkward language
_ Spelling errors
_ Poor/limited vocabulary
_ grammar mistakes
_ Citation problems
_ Superficial surface errors
_ Other

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